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For 1990-2009 cars only

Application

Fluid/Lubricant

Automatic Transmission

DEXRON®-III (G-license number) Automatic Transmission Fluid

Engine Coolant

A 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only GM Goodwrench® DEX-COOL® or Havoline® DEX-COOL® (orange colored, silicate-free) coolant. See Explanation of Scheduled Services .

Parking Brake Cable Guides

Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Engine Oil

Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for you vehicle's engine. See Explanation of Scheduled Services Explanation of Scheduled Services .

Engine Oil (Export)

In areas of the world other than North America, it may be difficult to find oils that display the API STARBURST, look for oils that meet the API Service SJ and ACEA requirements. For information on the proper oil viscosity, refer to Engine Oil Quality and Viscosity (Export) under Explanation of Scheduled Services .

Hood and Door Hinges, Fuel Door Hinge, and Rear Compartment Lid Hinges

Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube® (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl

Lubriplate® Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Hydraulic Brake System

Delco Supreme 11® Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967 or equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid).

Key Lock Cylinders

Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube® (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

Chassis Lubrication

Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Power Steering System

DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid

Rear Axle

SAE 80W-90 GL-5 Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345977 or equivalent).

Weatherstrip Conditioning

Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579) or equivalent).

Windshield Washer Solvent

GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent.